Certain traits in romantic partners can amplify the impact of a person’s genetic risk for alcohol problems
A study led by Virginia Commonwealth University and Rutgers University has revealed new insights into how romantic partners can influence […]
Biochemistry
Biological particles may be crucial for inducing heavy rain
EPFL atmospheric and climate scientists show that biological particles may induce rain events that could contribute to flooding and snowstorms,
‘Extremely rare event’: bone analysis suggests ancient echidnas lived in water
A small bone found 30 years ago at Dinosaur Cove in south eastern Australia could turn what we know about
Ancient poems tell the story of charismatic river porpoise’s decline over the past 1,400 years
Endemic to China’s Yangtze River, the Yangtze finless porpoise is known for its intelligence and charismatic appearance; it looks like
Saving the Asian ‘unicorn’ — if it still exists
Is it extinct, or does it still roam somewhere deep in the misty highland forests of Vietnam and Laos? It
Targeting gluten: researchers delete proteins in wheat harmful to people with celiac disease
Wheat is a major source of calories, carbohydrates and protein worldwide, and its distinctive gluten proteins are what gives bread
New research on bird behavior suggests that evolution may repeat itself
Scientists have long wondered whether evolution would follow the same path if history had a chance for a “do-over.” New
New pests and diseases will cut UK tree growth
The arrival of new plant pests and diseases is likely to severely damage UK trees and woodlands in the coming
Extreme monsoon changes threaten the Bay of Bengal’s role as a critical food source
New research involving Rutgers professors has revealed that expected, extreme changes in India’s summer monsoon could drastically hamper the Bay